 Its been a cold winter and a lot of things happening around Lake County. From passing a Balanced Budget to the Together Summit. What an exciting opportunity to meet and build new alliances with other Lake County leaders and discuss how we can all work together and improve the health of Lake County and prepare for the future.
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 It was nice attending the Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Mayor Luncheon and hearing the good things happening around the communities. All of the Mayors including Mayor Richard H. Hill and Mayor Terry Lumpkins gave a great overview of things happening in their villages. It is always a pleasure seeing Sherry Ridge on the left.
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 She is one of the long standing members of the Round Lake Area Chamber and she is also on the Board of Directors.
A lot of work needs to be done and as always, I try to be a voice of reason and fiscal responsibility while representing our district on the Lake County Board and Forest Preserve District.
I am looking forward to a great year here in Lake County!
Respectfully,
Tom Weber
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As the County Board gets ready to update its strategic plan,
we want to know what is important to you. Provide your feedback and help make
our county even better by joining the next telephone town hall meeting at 7
p.m. Feb. 15. Sign up to
receive a call.
You can also submit your ideas anytime through our “Community Voice” forum, and in Español.
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Join us for the Lake Villa District Library Foundation's Annual Event, A Night at the Library. This year's event, Grapes & Growlers, is newly crafted for 2017. Sample wine and craft beer, courtesy of Antioch Fine Wine and Liquors. With 6 beverage stations, you'll be sure to find one you like. Buy deluxe raffle basket tickets (Hamilton or Blackhawks tickets, anyone?), buy 1 ticket for $10 or 3 for $25. There are bag raffles too! $5 a ticket or 6 for $25. Catch the talented Bill Liggett and Larry Sell, a progressive folk jazz duo. Get your garden questions answered while you watch Mark Lyons, The Garden Coach, make lemon cheese. Call your friends and make plans to meet at the library! Must be 21+. $5 cover.
 In 2016, the Lake County Division of Transportation studied
four travel corridors to look at signal timings during peak travel times in the
morning, mid-day, and in the evening. The overall results of the study show
that technology enhancements, adjusting the signal timings, and coordinating
the signals through the Lake County PASSAGE system led to a reduction in
vehicle delays (477.8 hours) and a reduction in fuel consumption (318.2
gallons) per day. Not only does this save money, approximately $3.1 million a
year, but this also means less time stuck in the car and more time doing the
things you want to do. An added benefit of the study was a reduction in CO2
emissions by 566 metric tons per year. Learn
more about the study.
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Enjoy an enchanted lunch with your daughter or granddaughter!
Held at the beautiful and historic Lehmann Mansion, the 2nd Annual Princess Luncheon is sure to delight. Activities include a royal lunch, tiara, storytelling, fun surprises, and more! Princesses of all ages are invited and must be accompanied by an adult. All proceeds benefit the Lake Villa and Lake County Fair Queen Scholarship Programs.
As we begin a new year, tax season will be right
around the corner. Individuals who earn $64,000 or less can self-file their
federal and state taxes for free through a secure mobile-optimized website
called MyFree
Taxes. The website is provided in partnership with
United Way and H&R Block. Individuals also can utilize a helpline at 855-MY-TX-HELP
and online chat support with services available in English and Spanish by
IRS-certified specialists.
   
Enjoy this fun workout while supporting a great cause. All proceeds benefit the Eliminate Project. Kiwanis International and UNICEF have joined forces to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus.
This deadly disease steals the lives of nearly 60,000 innocent babies and a significant number of women each year.
Tickets are $20.00; children 8-18 $10.00. For more information, contact Anna 847-838-3154; annajazz@ameritech.net; jazzercise.com
 75 volunteers. 17
teams. 26 people sleeping outside.
This year’s Point-In-Time Count yielded the
highest numbers on record, going back to 2005. as volunteers found 26 people
sleeping outside. This event is
one of many initiatives bringing people together to work toward ending chronic
homelessness in Lake County. Help make a difference by connecting with the
member organizations of the Lake County Homeless Coalition.
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Understanding Lake Villa Township Government Video Click HERE https://youtu.be/0_1kUINurr4
 See firsthand how the Lake County Sheriff’s Office
maintains law and order for county residents by joining the next Citizen Police
Academy beginning March 9. The 10-week program will meet from 6:30 to 9:30
p.m. Thursdays and is offered free to Lake County residents. Participants
must be 21 years of age or older, be of good moral character, and have no
felony convictions.
Applications are available at the Lake County
Sheriff’s Office, 25 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Waukegan and the Sheriff’s
Office website. Submit your application by Feb. 24. For
information, contact Deputy Roman Buchberger at 847-377-4211.
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 Forest Preserve News
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Maple Syrup Hikes
Stroll
through a maple woodland while learning about the sweet sap of sugar
maples. Ryerson Woods in
Riverwoods is one of few places in Lake County where conditions are right
for maple syrup production and where trees grow to a diameter and height that
allows for tapping. Hikes will be offered from noon to 2 p.m. every half hour
the last three weekends in March. Registration is required. Learn more |
 Volunteer at the Native Seed Nursery
Volunteers,
including individuals, school, corporate and scout groups, donated more than
2,974 hours, equivalent to 1.5 full-time employees, last year at the Native Seed Nursery in
Rollins Savanna in Grayslake. Many of the native grasses and wildflowers used
in forest preserve restoration projects get their start at the nursery.
Volunteers may propagate plants, plant plugs, maintain plant beds, and collect
and process seed. Learn how
you can get involved.
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